University of Michigan Dearborn received criticism online for hosting two "cafe" sessions, one for minority students and one for white students.
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DETROIT - The University of Michigan-Dearborn came under fire on social media Tuesday after posting a promotion for
two "cafes," one for students of color and the other for white students.
The two virtual "cafes," scheduled to occur at the same time Tuesday via Zoom, were billed as spaces for students to discuss their experiences both on campus and in their daily lives. One was intended for "Black, Indigenous and People of Color" and the other for "Non-POC (People of Color)."
The initiative has since received criticism for being divisive and for making it seem as though white students are oppressed in some manner, thereby necessitating a safe space for them to discuss their experiences.
The university has since issued a statement apologizing for the wording of the posts, specifically using the word "cafe," which did not accurately depict the university's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.